This historic Coronation ceremony opens with a commitment from King Charles III in response to Samuel Strachan’s welcome. King Charles III responds to Samuel Strachan with a pledge, ”In his name and after his example I come not to be served but to serve.”
King Charles III and Camilla, the queen consort, have arrived at Westminster Abbey. Their brief journey in the glittering Diamond Jubilee Coach from Buckingham Palace ended at Westminster Abbey. Where they will be anointed and crowned in a historic coronation ceremony.
Meanwhile, Prince George of Wales carried the Robe of State of King Charles III at the coronation. He’s the youngest future monarch to take part in a coronation.
The Sovereign’s Escort, which consists of around 160 men on horseback, is accompanying them. The military parade is led by the Household Cavalry Mounted Band.
It’s a significantly smaller procession than the one planned for the abbey’s return trip. Which will comprise 4,000 troops in a magnificent display of splendour.
The royal coach in which Charles and Camilla are going was built in 2012 to mark Queen Elizabeth II‘s 60th year on the throne. The parade lasted around 30 minutes.
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Prince Harry has arrived at Westminster Abbey for the coronation ceremony of his father.
The Duke of Sussex dressed in a black three-piece tail suit with military decorations on his breast.
However, Meghan, his wife, remained in California with their small children.
Harry, who resigned from his formal duties with the royal family under increased media scrutiny, is not participating in the service.
The prince distanced himself even more when he published his explosive blockbuster book, “Spare,” in which he divulged family secrets.
While the final visitors, including international leaders, have arrived at Westminster Abbey for King Charles III’s coronation.
As she entered the abbey, US First Lady Jill Biden donned a pale blue gown with a matching bow in her hair. Indeed French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte, followed her.
On the guest list are Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Along with eight current and previous British Prime Ministers.
However, several members of the anti-monarchy organisation Republic arrested as they prepare to protest King Charles III’s coronation.
Meanwhile, the protesters intend to carry banners and yell “Not my king” as the monarch makes his way to Westminster Abbey. It claims that police aware of its preparations in advance.
